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The Rare Armagnac Collection is a new small-scale bottler seeking to unearth rare and unique Armagnacs from small estates across the region that would otherwise not be available. We're extremely lucky to have stumbled upon them and this first parcel that they acquired from the famous estate in the best part of the Ténarèze. We first visited Domaine Pouchegu in 2013. There, Pierre Laporte was matter-of-fact about what made his Armagnacs so good: Lots of care in the vines, a good amount of sable fauve in the soils, hiring the best distiller and a commitmen...Read More »

Independent bottler L'Encantada understands what Armagnac lovers want because that's exactly what they are. This group of Armagnac loving friends realized that some of the region's small estates were throwing away legendary eau-de-vie to blends made by the big negociants. They offered those estates a premium to retain the stocks for bottling as single casks at full strength. Many of these estates had neither bottled Armagnac nor had any interest in marketing their precious eau-de-vie. But, our friends at Encantada realized that the soul of Armagnac exist...Read More »

Independent bottler L'Encantada understands what Armagnac lovers want because that's exactly what they are. This group of Armagnac loving friends realized that some of the region's small estates were throwing away legendary eau-de-vie to blends made by the big negociants. They offered those estates a premium to retain the stocks for bottling as single casks at full strength. Many of these estates had neither bottled Armagnac nor had any interest in marketing their precious eau-de-vie. But our friends at Encantada realized that the soul of Armagnac exists...Read More »

The unusual Domaine Le Parre is the first producer in Tenarèze to be uncovered by the crew at L'Encantada. This is a beautiful little estate situated on a plateau, which boasts boulbène soils and was planted to mostly Baco with a small percentage of Ugni Blanc. The domaine stopped cultivating vines in 1995 and was famous for having a giant barrel fashioned from an old train car. While the domaine's eau-de-vie were top notch, the heavier clay soils resulted in eau-de-vie that need extra time to truly become expressive, but after about 20 years, it's clear...Read More »

Independent bottler L'Encantada understands what Armagnac lovers want because that's exactly what they are. This group of Armagnac loving friends realized that some of the region's small estates were throwing away legendary eau-de-vie to blends made by the big négociants. They offered those estates a premium to retain the stocks for bottling as single casks at full strength. Many of these estates had never bottled Armagnac nor had any interested in marketing their precious eau-de-vie. Our friends at L'Encantada realized that the soul of Armagnac exists i...Read More »

The Rare Armagnac Collection is a new small scale bottler seeking to unearth rare and unique armagnacs from small estates across the region that would otherwise not be available. We're extremely lucky to have stumbled upon them and this first parcel that they acquired from the famous estate in the best part of the Ténarèze. We first visited Domaine Pouchegu in 2013. There Pierre Laporte was matter of fact about what made his Armagnacs so good. Lots of care in the vines, good amount of sable fauve in the soils, highering the best distiller and a commitmen...Read More »

If there were ever a romantic ideal for French countryside distillation, the Baraillons are it. Out in the middle of nowhere, there's nothing glossed over or touristic about their operation - they are farmers, pure and simple. David and I absolutely fell in love with this father/daughter team even though they hardly said a word to us the entire time we tasted (they let their booze speak for itself). This single barrel 1985 brandy is one of the finest spirits we tasted on the entire trip. A mix of Ugni Blanc and Baco, the nose is absolutely hypnotizing - ...Read More »

Independent bottler L'Encantada understands what Armagnac lovers want because that's exactly what they are. This group of Armagnac loving friends realized that some of the region's small estates were throwing away legendary eau-de-vie to blends made by the big negociants. They offered those estates a premium to retain the stocks for bottling as single casks at full strength. Many of these estates had neither bottled Armagnac nor had any interest in marketing their precious eau-de-vie. But, our friends at Encantada realized that the soul of Armagnac exist...Read More »

Chateau Pellehaut has been one of our top direct imports for the past year here at K&L. We've visited the Ténarèze producer twice over the past few years, always finding something new to bring home for our brandy fans. What really excited us this year, however, was a new project they were working on called L'Age de Glace: a young brandy meant to drink on the rocks (hence the name "Ice Age"). The fruit of the Armagnac takes center stage here, melding wonderfully with the small hint of vanilla from the wood. It's all distilled from Folle Blanche fruit and ...Read More »

The Roxane Blanche Armagnac is the finest Blanche we've ever come across. There reason for that is that it's made in a completely different way from its many counterparts. Double distilled from 100% Colombard on Alembic pot stills, this would normally be absolute sacrilege, but in the case of creating a refined, expressive and usable Blanche it's the perfect choice. Colombard's light fragrant distillate and the extreme balance achieved through the copper pot distillation sets this special brandy apart from its competitors. We've never cared for Blanche A...Read More »

97 points Vinous: "It’s unique to taste an XO that’s aged 25 years, made from a significant amount of Folle Blanche grape in the blend, and bottled at cask strength -- or brut de fût as the French say. Complex yet seamless. Summer-garden aromas of orange and honeysuckle lead to a deep, intense experience on the palate, a thrilling balance of fruit and minerality, and a long, dry finish. Bas-Armagnac, 42.4% abv. (JW)" (07/2018) K&L Notes: Here's a 25 year old Armagnac from a legendary house for less than $80. Oh, did we mention that it's also cask stren...Read More »

The Discovery Box Set is a cross section of the incredible brandy being bottled by Encantada. One liter of beautiful Armagnac from four single estates and the exceptional 20 Year Old Selection - a blend of multiple casks aged at least 20 years. The box set includes 1976 Domaine Le Sable , 1990 Domaine Parre, 1992 Domaine Del Cassou, 1996 Domaine Lous Pibous. All bottled at full strength and without coloring or correction of any kind. This is the perfect gift for any afficiando of spirits and represents and incredible value compared to the same in full bo...Read More »

It's products like these that make me question why Armagnac hasn't completely taken over the back bar. The honest truth is that they're not able to produce massive quantities with a similar quality and price ratio. It's not that the grapes aren't there, but it's simply not the most obvious business decision for small producers. By selling lots of young eau-de-vie at a low price, they're robbing themselves of the opportunity to age the stuff and demand significantly higher prices down the road. That's not to say that there aren't plenty of cheap young Arm...Read More »

More famously known for Armagnac, the regional apéritif Floc de Gascogne is also produced in the Côtes de Gascogne. Floc de Gascogne is a sweet-style wine fortified with Armagnac and known for its delightful floral notes with black fruits and a gentle almond tones. It's delicious simply served over a little ice.

This early landed specialty was imported to Bristol by Howell's and bottled in 1998. It's a very rare example of early landed Armagnac from a producer who is not well known outside of the region. The brandy was aged in the damp cellars on England's western coast. The result is this wonderful and unusual expression of single estate Bas-Armagnac.

94 points Vinous: "Aged 15 years and distilled from mostly the hybrid Baco grape, Château de Briat Hors d’Age is big, rich, and round brandy brings to mind that chubby guy who is, to everyone’s surprise, an excellent dancer. Aromas of licorice and tobacco smoke, comforting flavors of candied nuts, chocolate, and dried fig, leading to a warm, enveloping finish. Bas-Armagnac, 44% abv. (JW)" (07/2018) K&L Notes: The Château de Briat has a long and impressive history. Built in 1540, it first served as the hunting manor for Queen Jeanne d'Albret. Her son, H...Read More »

Vinous: "Aged for 8 years, Clos Martin VSOP is a blend of Baco and Ugni Blanc. The nose is muted, a whiff of ginger and crème brulée, but in the mouth big flavors of dried fruit, cocoa, and toffee emerge. Bas-Armagnac, 40% abv. (JW)" (07/2018)

Special Order Only! Special order items are not in stock and are dependent upon quantity available from distribution. All special orders are final and non-refundable. Will take 3-7 business days to receive this product before it can be shipped.

Special Order Only! Special order items are not in stock and are dependent upon quantity available from distribution. All special orders are final and non-refundable. Special order items are not in stock and are dependent upon quantity available from distribution. All special orders are final and non-refundable. Will take 3-7 business days to receive this product before it can be shipped.

Special Order Only! Special order items are not in stock and are dependent upon quantity available from distribution. All special orders are final and non-refundable. Will take 3-7 business days to receive this product before it can be shipped.

This special limited production Armagnac is from the legendary estate outside of Eauze. Tariquet has become famous for being the first to produce high quality white wine in Bas-Armagnac making them one of the premier producers of Cote de Gascogne in the region. The wine side has always been secondary in the minds of the Grassa family to the exceptional brandies they produce and they have devoted a good portion of their capital to producing the highest quality eau-de-vie possible. This special brandy is a blend of 99% Folle Blanche distilled in 1994 and 1...Read More »

From the importer: "Castles have graced the property of what is now the Château de Ravignan since the 12th century. The name "Ravignan" itself comes from the deep ravines surrounding the property that once served as a natural defense. The château was later occupied by feudal barons and partially destroyed during the religious wars of the 16th century. In the mid-17th century, a Louis XIII manor was built on the property. ? Vineyards were planted in 1732. Around the same time, the property was sold to Jean La Croix, who later took the name Ravignan.?"

When discussing the components of a great brandy, the soil is just as important an indicator of quality as it is to a great wine. Boingnères grows all their fruit in a majority of sand and limestore--the absolute best makeup for producing fantastic grapes. Run by Martòn Lafite, of the esteemed Château Lafite family, the Domaine also owns their own still (rather than hiring someone to bring them a still like many producers do) so they have been familiar with the workings of their distillation for decades. The single vintage Folle Blanche expression uses o...Read More »

This small estate outside of Hontanx produces extremely high quality Baco. The nose is ultra rich and decadent. Some dense fruit but bold fresh and dried spices and roasted coffee and toffee flavors. The front is the balance between the mellow and rich, moving toward the roasted dark flavors and a very long spicy finish.

This small estate outside of Hontanx produces extremely high quality Baco. The nose is ultra rich and decadent. Some dense fruit but bold fresh and dried spices and roasted coffee and toffee flavors. The front is the balance between the mellow and rich, moving toward the roasted dark flavors and a very long spicy finish.

98 points Vinous: "One of the finest examples of 100% Folle Blanche in all of Armagnac. This 31-year-old is light copper, with a complex floral bouquet of rose and almond blossom along with aromas of fig and candied orange that roll onto the palate, developing seamlessly into gingerbread on the midpalate and finishing fresh with notes of mint and licorice and that go on forever. Pretty, delicate, yet still dense and intense. A beautiful spirit that justifies its price. (Bas-Armagnac, 48% abv.) - Jason Wilson" (08/2018) K&L Notes: When discussing the co...Read More »

92 points Wine Enthusiast: "Allow this bright amber brandy some air exposure, and the reward is a dried- fruit aroma and a vanilla flavor, with touches of cinnamon- and clove. It feels a bit drying on the palate. (KN)" (12/2012) K&L Notes: Darroze has arguably done more for the Armagnac category than any other single producer. They made their name by sourcing incredible single-vintage cask-strength Armagnac from all of Bas-Armagnac's small grower-producers. This micro-negociant has some of the best stocks of brandy anywhere in Armagnac, with high-quali...Read More »

Château Arton Millésime is only produced from years showcasing exceptional quality with age, and selected from only the very best barrel – never blended. A minimum of 10 years of age in Gascon oak barrels, brought to 45% ABV. Chateau Arton uses a higher amount of Colombard in its base wines because the variety is well suited to the terroir of Gascony and adds crisp, floral and citrusy notes.

The oldest house in Bas Armagnac, the Dartigalongue family began to distill in 1813. In 1838, Pascal Dartigalongue founded the first Maison d'Armagnac in Nogaro, the heart of the Bas Armagnac region. In 1870 son Joseph acquired a large vineyard in Salles d'Armagnac near Nogaro. In 1978 great grandson Pierre Dartigalongue created his Museum in Nogaro which houses all the archives of Maison D'Armagnac, including all correspondence since 1838 and a fascinating collection of Vieux Armagnacs in their original bottles, dated 1829, 1848, 1852, 1870, and 190...Read More »